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6km Whitewater and Bamboo Rafting, Scenic Café in Chiang Mai

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Activity provider: Chiangmai One Day Trip
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Half-day tour in Chiang Mai, taking in Mae Taeng River and Mae Taeng District. Run by Chiangmai One Day Trip, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Mae Taeng River
  • Mae Taeng District
  • Runs 6 hours
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • 4-kilometer whitewater rafting
  • 50-minute bamboo raft glide

6km Whitewater and Bamboo Rafting, Scenic Café in Chiang Mai: Key Facts

PriceFrom $97.5 per person
Duration6 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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6km Whitewater and Bamboo Rafting, Scenic Café in Chiang Mai

Half-day tour in Chiang Mai, taking in Mae Taeng River and Mae Taeng District. Run by Chiangmai One Day Trip, booked dir...
6 hours
English
$97.5
Free cancellation

Full description

This is a 6-hour experience from Chiang Mai, built around Mae Taeng River and Mae Taeng District. It is run by Chiangmai One Day Trip, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Arashiyama, on Kyoto's western edge, is the bamboo grove, the Togetsukyo bridge over the Katsura river, the gardens of Tenryu-ji and the monkey park on the hill above. The bamboo path is about 500 metres and is photographed empty in every guidebook because those photographs are taken before 7:30; by mid-morning it is a procession. Rickshaw runs, the Sagano scenic railway along the gorge, and boat rides down the Hozu rapids all start here. Autumn colour peaks in the second half of November and cherry blossom around the first week of April.

The price covers Hotel pickup and drop-off, 4-kilometer whitewater rafting, 50-minute bamboo raft glide, Complimentary drink/cake at Scenic River Café and guides. It does not cover Personal expenses and Tips, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Chiang Mai. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Chiangmai One Day Trip before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Pickup location

Chiang Mai

Van

(80 minutes)

Mae Taeng River

Rafting (50 minutes)

Mae Taeng River

Bamboo rafting (50 minutes)

Mae Taeng District

Visit, Coffee (50 minutes)

Van

(15 minutes)

Mae Taeng District

Break time, Lunch (1 hour)

Van

(1 hour)

Arrive back at

Chiang Mai

Detailed Itinerary

Pickup location: Chiang Mai

Van: (80 minutes)

Mae Taeng River: Rafting (50 minutes)

Mae Taeng River: Bamboo rafting (50 minutes)

Mae Taeng District: Visit, Coffee (50 minutes)

Van: (15 minutes)

Mae Taeng District: Break time, Lunch (1 hour)

Van: (1 hour)

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • 4-kilometer whitewater rafting
  • 50-minute bamboo raft glide
  • Complimentary drink/cake at Scenic River Café
  • Professional guides
  • Safety equipment
  • Thai lunch
  • Local travel insurance

Excludes

  • Personal expenses
  • Tips

Important information

Meeting point

Chiang Mai

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 6 days
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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$97.5
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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

5/5
based on 5 reviews
Guide
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Ioana
May 7, 2026

We had a great time. Both water rafting and bamboo rafting was so much fun. We saw so many up close elephants. Our driver Mr K was great

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suzanne
April 29, 2026

I loved every minute of it. Each bit was so different I thought I had been on 4 days out. Mr K was the perfect host and spoke very good English. I would definitely recommend the trip

5
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Solène
August 19, 2026

Le guide Mr K était vraiment sympa. Beaucoup d'insectes dans le radeau en bambou mais le rafting, le repas, le café étaient super.

5
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Traveller
May 4, 2026

Amazing driver named joe had a fun day!

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Chiang Mai The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover personal expenses and tips. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
The listing gives the distance and the terrain. Most half-day activities suit average fitness and children from about eight, with age and weight limits stated by the operator for ziplines and ATVs. Bring closed shoes that can get wet, a change of clothes, sunscreen and insect repellent; lockers are usually provided.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Hotel pickup and drop-off, 4-kilometer whitewater rafting, 50-minute bamboo raft glide, Complimentary drink/cake at Scenic River Café, Professional guides, Safety equipment, Thai lunch, Local travel insurance
The duration of the 6km Whitewater and Bamboo Rafting, Scenic Café in Chiang Mai is typically 6 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$97.5